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7 Steps to Starting a New Ministry at Your Church
What Every Church Needs To Know About Their Zoning & Land Use Rights
Churches are reimagining ministry and finding innovative ways to serve their communities. What was once focused primarily on Sunday morning gatherings has expanded into initiatives like homeless shelters, food banks, daycare centers, after-school programs, and other creative ministries that make use of church buildings throughout the week.
This shift is driven by a commitment to address pressing community needs such as homelessness, hunger, inequality, and loneliness—issues that can no longer be overlooked.
However, many churches encounter unexpected challenges when trying to repurpose their buildings for these ministries. Zoning and land use restrictions often create significant obstacles, sometimes leading to disputes with cities or municipalities. In fact, zoning issues have become one of the leading threats to religious liberty, frequently forcing churches into legal battles to defend their rights.
Understanding zoning and land use rights is essential for any church looking to expand its ministry and maximize the use of its property.
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The good news is that you have more rights than you might realize. A federal law called RLUIPA (Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act) protects churches like yours from unfair discrimination and from being blocked from using your building to carry out your mission.
And with a little preventive action, you can get ahead of zoning issues before they start, ensuring you can carry out your mission and serve your community. In this FREE guide, you will get the seven steps you need to take to navigate land use challenges and carry out God’s call for your church.
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